Gear&Parts for Travellers - Get a great start with the discount code AMERIGO22025 - Free Shipping cannot be combined with the discount code.
View as
Cavi trasmissione Moto e Scooter

Motorcycle and Scooter Transmission Cables

🔧 What are transmission cables?

Transmission cables connect the control levers to the engine or transmission, allowing the operation of:

  • Clutch

  • Accelerator

  • Gear shifting (on motorcycles with manual transmission)

  • Choke (manual air)

🏍️ Main types of cables

Cable type Function
Clutch cable Connect lever to clutch control
Gas/accelerator cable Adjust throttle body opening
Gear shift cable (rare) On some vintage motorcycles or scooters with twist shift gears
Choke cable It is used for cold starting on models with carburetor

📌 Symptoms of a worn or replaced cable

  • Harsh or erratic command

  • Delays in throttle or clutch response

  • Visible break in the sheath or internal wire

  • Slippage or fraying

🧰 Maintenance Tips

  • Lubricate periodically (with specific oil for cables)

  • Avoid tight folds or crushing of the sheath

  • Replace at the first signs of wear
Back to top

Compare /3